Payroll Officer

• Band 5$77289- $95592super monthly day off
• Join a small collaborative payroll team of three with hands-on mentoring and strong peer support
• Work in a high-performing hardworking team that values teamwork and shared success
• Be part of an organisation that supports professional development including secondment opportunities
• Play a meaningful role in delivering an excellent employee experience across a large workforce

About Us

As one of Victorias fastestgrowing municipalities Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and communityfocused organisation committed to delivering highquality services for our by curiosity continuous improvement and a genuine passion for creating a thriving connected and sustainable place to live and work.

Wereinvested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued learning is encouraged and your contribution has real impact. Ifyouremotivated communityminded and looking to build a meaningful career in local governmentyoullfind opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia

About the opportunity-

This is a hands-on Payroll Officer role where yourexpertisewill ensure theaccurateandtimelydelivery of payroll for a large and diverse workforce of over 700 employees. You will play a critical role in supporting employee confidence and trust by delivering a compliant customer-focused payroll service aligned with Awardslegislationand Council policies. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced high-volume environment and enjoys being the go-to payroll expert.

You will make an impact by

• Delivering end-to-end payroll processing for a non-negotiable fortnightly pay run supporting full-timepart-timeand casual employees
• Ensuring payroll is processed accurately and compliantly in line with Awards Enterprise Agreementlegislationand internal policies
• Maintaining HRIS integrity throughaccuratedata entry approvalsreportingand system security
• Providing responsiveaccurateand customer-focused payroll advice to employees and external stakeholders
• Contributing to service improvement initiatives projects and system enhancements to improve employee experience

What you will bring

• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end payroll in a medium to large organisation with at least 600 employees
• Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation PAYG superannuationleaveand salary administration
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities meet deadlines andmaintainexceptional attention to detail
• Experience using HRIS and payroll systems (Aurion experience highly regarded) and strong MS Office skills
• Excellent communication skills with a professionalapproachableand service-oriented mindset
• High levelof accuracy discretion and integrity when handling confidential information
• A proactive adaptable approach with the ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment

Why work with us

• Activity based and hybrid work model.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
• Professional development opportunities including training and education programs and leadership development initiatives.
• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship with initiatives to reduce the Councils carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
• A focus on work-life balance with programs and initiatives designed to support employees physical and mental well-being.
• Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career .

To apply

• Please complete the online application form including your resume and a brief cover letterdemonstratingyour suitability to the role.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received and suitable candidates may be contacted throughout the search process. Early applications are encouraged.
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Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed toan equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage people living with a disability LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you toadviseus at the time of application by contacting us on.

All successful applicants willbe requiredto undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.